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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Watford
Cheapest price
48RM
Average price
51RM
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Watford will cost around 51RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 48RM.
Of the 32 trains that leave Rugby for Watford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C17991 · W702566:27 AM1h48Rugby station (RUG)8:15 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)48 RM1One-way1 change- C17991 · Y80784 · Y810346:27 AM1h19Rugby station (RUG)7:46 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)48 RM1One-way2 changes
- Y80784 · Y810346:15 AM1h35Rugby station (RUG)7:50 AMBushey (BSH)48 RM1One-way1 change
- C17991 · W702706:27 AM1h32Rugby station (RUG)7:59 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)48 RM1One-way1 change
- Y80784 · Y810346:15 AM1h31Rugby station (RUG)7:46 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)48 RM1One-way1 change
W342627:01 AM0h40Rugby station (RUG)7:41 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)51 RM1One-way0 changes- W338196:04 AM0h43Rugby station (RUG)6:47 AMWatford Junction (WFJ)51 RM1One-way0 changes
- W34262+Y810347:01 AM0h49Rugby station (RUG)7:50 AMBushey (BSH)51 RM1One-way1 change
- W34284+
L223698:56 AM0h52Rugby station (RUG)9:48 AMWatford High Street (WFH)51 RM1One-way1 change - W34284+W702758:56 AM0h53Rugby station (RUG)9:49 AMBushey (BSH)51 RM1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rugby to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 21RM. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 21RM, and a train costs an average of 21RM.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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34RM Average Price | 21RM Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rugby to Watford train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Watford trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33819+W88156 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h59 | 7:03 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W33819 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h43 | 6:47 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33819+P69710 | 6:04 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h59 | 7:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 change | |
| Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:15 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h35 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:15 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h31 | 7:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C17991 · W70256 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h48 | 8:15 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C17991 · Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h19 | 7:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2 changes | |
| C17991 · W70270 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h32 | 7:59 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C17991 · W70270 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h29 | 7:56 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| C17991 · Y80784 · Y81034 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h23 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 changes | |
| C17991 · W70256 | 6:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 8:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W34202+W88171 · W70256 | 6:33 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h45 | 8:18 AM Bushey (BSH) | 2 changes | |
| W34262 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h40 | 7:41 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34262+Y81034 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h49 | 7:50 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W34262+Y81034+C11031 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h58 | 7:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W34262+P02416 | 7:01 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h02 | 8:03 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 change | |
| C17898 · Y80809 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h29 | 8:37 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C17898 · W70263 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 8:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| C17898 · W70263 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h38 | 8:46 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C17898 · Y80809+L22358 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h40 | 8:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| C17898 · W70263+C34135 | 7:08 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 8:59 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| C17944 · C24675 | 7:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h03 | 9:19 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| C17944 · C24675 | 7:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h00 | 9:16 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| W33946+W88188 | 7:38 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h34 | 9:12 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1 change | |
| C24675+W34205 | 7:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h23 | 9:19 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W34205+C24675+C34148 | 7:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h33 | 9:29 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| C17880 · W70275 | 8:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h22 | 9:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W34284+W70275 | 8:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h53 | 9:49 AM Bushey (BSH) | 1 change | |
| W34284+L22369 | 8:56 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 0h52 | 9:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 change | |
| Y80823+L22381 | 9:16 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h32 | 10:48 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 1 change | |
| C17884 · W70308+L22387 | 9:27 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 11:18 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
| W33952+W88204+L22390 | 9:34 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h59 | 11:33 AM Watford High Street (WFH) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Watford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rugby to Watford run on average 17 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 21RM but you can travel from only 21RM by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price 21RM |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Rugby to Watford trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Rugby and Watford from 21RM. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Watford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Watford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rugby and Watford
Most Rugby to Watford trains use the Rugby to Watford Junction station pair, with some services arriving at Bushey. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Watford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Watford leave from?
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby train station facilities and services
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Watford station do trains from Rugby arrive at?
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bushey from Watford city centre
Bushey is 1 km from Watford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bushey train station facilities and services
Bushey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bushey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bushey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bushey. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bushey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bushey: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bushey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Watford High Street from Watford city centre
Watford High Street train station facilities and services
Watford High Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford High Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Watford High Street. ATMs are available at Watford High Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford High Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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